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Web Developing References and Resources

The following is a list of resources that I use as a Freelance Web Developer. You can check them out below:

For Learning How To Code

Udemy – Udemy is a create place to grab cheap web developing courses and learn the trade. Keep a look out for the promo days where they offer courses at a reduced price. Check out their web development courses by clicking here.

Team Treehouse – Probably the best place to learn how to become a web developer right on. They offer high quality courses and tutorials at a very cheap monthly subscription. Also take a look at their tech degree program as well. You can grab a 7 day FREE trial and access all of their content on their platform by clicking here and signing-up.

Skillshare – Skillshare is a nice little platform that you can pay $10 a month for and instantly gain access to all courses on the platform. This is a good option if your budget is tight. You can grab your first month for only $1 by clicking here.

Amazon– Amazon offers some nice books and kindle books that will teach you how to become a web developer. Check out Jon Duckets beginner HTML and CSS books by clicking here.

YouTube – YouTube is a great free option you can use to learn some basic web development skills. It also happens to be a free educational source so that’s good as well! You can sign-up to my channel for free web developing tutorials and lessons by clicking here.

Web Hosting and Domain Names

HostGator – HostGator is the best webhosting company I have come across on the internet. I use them to host all my websites as well as websites for my clients.

Desktop Server – Used to create and develop WordPress websites locally. Very handy for beginners and those who are mobile a lot. They currently offer a free and pro plan.

WordPress Themes

Genesis Theme Framework – The Genesis Theme framework is a staple that I have used over the years to design and create websites online. This blog infact is built on the Genesis Theme Framework. I highly recommend it!

Platforms For Building Websites

Leadpages – Leadpages is a great platform you can use to easily build landing pages and integrate them into email autoresponders. You can sign-up to Leadpages by clicking here.

Shopify – Shopify is a great CMS that you can use to easily build ecommerce websites online. You can grab the free version of Shopify by clicking here.